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Passport to Animal Adventure with Pacific Animal Productions
This Saturday, the Central Library Branch is hosting the Newport Beach Public Library’s Summer Reading Program Finishers’ Party. Whether or not you participated in the Summer Reading Challenge, everyone is invited to enjoy a live animal show by Pacific Animal Productions
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Top 5 Picks for Local Hot Spots for Cool Treats
The temperatures are rising and my air conditioning is still broken, which means we are all screaming for ice cream at my house. Here are my Top 5 Local Hot Spots for Cool Treats. What are your favorites?
Meet Tera
Tera is mom to 19-month-old Winston, and Chief Operations and Marketing Officer at Classic Kids, one of our favorite photography studios in Newport Beach.
Get on Your Feet for National Dance Day
In the words of Lady Gaga herself, “Just Dance!” Put on your dancing shoes (sneakers work just fine too) and meet up at the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza for a special event celebrating National Dance Day, Saturday July 28th!
EasyKicks
EasyKicks is a sneaker club for kids that allows parents to order new Nike and Converse sneakers whenever their kids need them for one convenient monthly price!
Tried & True: My 2 Favorite (Healthy) Travel Snacks
Summertime (or just plain mom life) often means being on-the-go. Whether you are traveling or just out all day having fun, the kids are going to want snacks.
DIVE-IN Movie: Moana
This isn’t your typical Outdoor Summer Movie! Get into your bathing suit and head on over to the Downtown Aquatic Center in Costa Mesa on Friday, July 20th for their FREE viewing of Moana while you FLOAT!
Meet the Author: Lisa Genova
Meet Lisa Genova, a New York Times bestselling author and neuroscientist. Her books will make a great addition to your Summer Reading List!
Deals at the OC Fair
The Ferris Wheel is up and the OC Fair is here, with opening day July 13, 2018. You already know you want to go, the only question now is when. Plan your visit to get the best deals!
World Cup Viewing Party
Join fellow soccer fans at Argyros Plaza this July 14th and 15th for their FREE World Cup Viewing Parties.
The Perfect Summer Popsicle
We’ve rounded up three super simple popsicle recipes that you and the kiddos will be sure to love. Popsicles might just be the perfect summer snack. Mix, freeze and enjoy!!
Happy Campers
Camping is something not to be missed. There really is nothing else quite like it. So, if I can tell you to do one thing, it is to take your kids camping, even if it is a lot of work. Trust me, they will grow up thanking you for it.
Reading Takes You Everywhere . . . Special Library Events this Summer
As part if their Summer Reading Program, the Newport Beach Public Library is hosting special weekly kids activities at all locations. With the theme of, READING TAKES YOU EVERYWHERE, explore the world around you one week at a time.
Meet Annie
Annie is a 1st Grade teacher and mom to two boys. She also happens to be my cousin and one of the sweetest people you will ever meet! Only having girls myself, she is a great resource for me (and the website) too!
Have you Heard of PlateJoy?
School’s out for summer and you’re probably going to start hearing “I’m bored” and “I’m hungry” a whole lot more these next few months. Don’t panic, PlateJoy is here to calm the chaos and take the guess work out of mealtime this summer. PLUS WE HAVE A DISCOUNT CODE JUST FOR YOU!
All Things The 4th
We are getting out our red, white and blue and prepping for the big day. HAPPY 4TH!
PRINTABLE Newport Bay Scavenger Hunt
Now that it is summer, there is no better time to rent a Duffy Boat and get out on the water. Make it extra fun for the kids and take our Printable Newport Bay Scavenger Hunt with you.
Top Sunscreens for Kids and Babies
The temperatures are warming up and the sun is shining. What sunscreen are you using for your family? The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has put together an amazing guide to sunscreens for kids and babies!
Summer Reading Kick-Off with Kids Imagine Nation
The Newport Beach Public Library (Central Branch) is kicking-off their Summer Reading Program, READING TAKES YOU EVERYWHERE, with an interactive musical show from KIDS IMAGINE NATION.